Leadership Lumpkin County celebrates 30th class

The Dahlonega-Lumpkin County Chamber’s Leadership Lumpkin County class graduated recently, capping the nine-month long program that introduced the students to many aspects of Dahlonega-Lumpkin County. The ceremony also marked the 30th anniversary of the first graduating class.

OUT WITH THE GOLD

The golden tipped steeple of Price Memorial Hall is getting a new $400,000 shine. Last week work began on a highly specialized regilding process that will remove the old layer of gold from the top of the iconic University of North Georgia building and replace it with a brand new layer.

Rotary honors Faulkners for community contributions

When it comes to finding a couple who has helped to shape the Dahlonega community during the previous decades, Jimmy and Marie Faulkner are an easy choice. The Dahlonega Rotary Club recently held its annual tribute and chose the Faulkners as this year's honorees.

Historical Society celebrates annual Madeleine K. Anthony Awards

At their April meeting each year, the Lumpkin County Historical Society presents the Madeleine K. Anthony award to recognize the person or organization contributing the most during the previous calendar year to preserve the history and heritage of Lumpkin County.